Scientific Office Manager

About the Role

Biologix is seeking a Scientific Office Manager in Riyadh to take charge of the Scientific Office function and keep all activities aligned with SFDA requirements, pharmaceutical legislation, internal policies, and professional ethics. This role acts as the organization’s formal scientific contact for health authorities and helps drive strong performance across regulatory, scientific, compliance, pharmacovigilance, and promotional work.

Scientific Office Leadership and Compliance

• Direct the full scope of Scientific Office operations while adhering to SFDA licensing rules and regulatory expectations.
• Represent the company officially with SFDA and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Make sure all work follows pharmaceutical laws, company procedures, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
• Keep the office prepared for inspections and audits, and assist during regulatory reviews.

Scientific Information and Medical Support

• Oversee the delivery of clear, objective, and science-based information about company products.
• Handle scientific and medical queries from healthcare professionals, authorities, and other external stakeholders.
• Ensure all scientific messaging stays consistent with approved product details and applicable regulatory rules.

Regulatory Affairs Support

• Shape and execute local regulatory plans that support the company’s business priorities.
• Assist with registrations, renewals, variations, transfers, and other product lifecycle activities.
• Ensure regulatory filings and approvals are completed accurately and on time, including Special Import Permits where needed.
• Track regulatory updates and advise on their effect on company operations and products.

Promotional Compliance and Ethical Practices

• Examine and authorize promotional and non-promotional content to confirm it meets SFDA standards, approved product information, and internal controls.
• Verify that promotional statements are scientifically sound, balanced, and properly supported.
• Assist with compliance reporting and disclosure obligations alongside the relevant teams.

Stakeholder and Health Authority Management

• Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with SFDA, MOH, NUPCO, healthcare organizations, scientific associations, and academic bodies.
• Represent the company in discussions with regulators and external partners.
• Coordinate and respond to regulatory questions, requests, and correspondence.

Scientific Education and External Activities

• Support scientific congresses, symposia, educational sessions, webinars, and healthcare awareness programs.
• Obtain the approvals required for company-sponsored scientific initiatives.
• Encourage scientific cooperation with healthcare professionals, scientific societies, and academic institutions.
• Take part in research-related initiatives while respecting ethical and regulatory obligations.

Training and Organizational Support

• Provide scientific and regulatory training to staff across the organization.
• Help commercial, medical, and support teams understand products and compliance expectations.
• Build internal awareness of Scientific Office duties and regulatory responsibilities.
• Act as a go-to internal resource for scientific and regulatory matters.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy is required.
• At least 2 years of experience working in a Scientific Office environment.
• Solid understanding of SFDA regulations, pharmaceutical laws, and compliance obligations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholders effectively.
• Capability to collaborate well with cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities.
• Good organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• High ethical standards and close attention to detail.